What is the severity of CVE-2017-0508?

CVE-2017-0508 is rated as Critical due to the potential for local permanent device compromise.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0508?

To mitigate CVE-2017-0508, update the affected system to the latest version of the Linux kernel or Android that addresses this vulnerability.

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2017-0508?

CVE-2017-0508 affects the Linux kernel version 3.18 and certain versions of the Android operating system.

What impact can CVE-2017-0508 have on an affected device?

CVE-2017-0508 could allow a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code in the kernel, leading to compromised device security.

Who can exploit CVE-2017-0508?

CVE-2017-0508 can be exploited by local attackers who have access to the device to gain elevated privileges.

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CVE-2017-0508

critical

9.3

6/3/2017

8/3/2017

26/8/2024

CVE-2017-0508

First published: Mon Mar 06 2017(Updated: )

An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the kernel ION subsystem could enable a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of a local permanent device compromise, which may require reflashing the operating system to repair the device. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel-3.18. Android ID: A-33940449.

Credit: security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Linux Kernel	=3.18
Android

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https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-03-01.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0508?
CVE-2017-0508 is rated as Critical due to the potential for local permanent device compromise.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0508?
To mitigate CVE-2017-0508, update the affected system to the latest version of the Linux kernel or Android that addresses this vulnerability.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2017-0508?
CVE-2017-0508 affects the Linux kernel version 3.18 and certain versions of the Android operating system.
What impact can CVE-2017-0508 have on an affected device?
CVE-2017-0508 could allow a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code in the kernel, leading to compromised device security.
Who can exploit CVE-2017-0508?
CVE-2017-0508 can be exploited by local attackers who have access to the device to gain elevated privileges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0508?
CVE-2017-0508 is rated as Critical due to the potential for local permanent device compromise.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0508?
To mitigate CVE-2017-0508, update the affected system to the latest version of the Linux kernel or Android that addresses this vulnerability.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2017-0508?
CVE-2017-0508 affects the Linux kernel version 3.18 and certain versions of the Android operating system.
What impact can CVE-2017-0508 have on an affected device?
CVE-2017-0508 could allow a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code in the kernel, leading to compromised device security.
Who can exploit CVE-2017-0508?
CVE-2017-0508 can be exploited by local attackers who have access to the device to gain elevated privileges.